A wonderful old world experience in the Colonial Zone of Santo Domingo, within easy walking distance of all the attractions. Dining in El Patio restaurant at night, with the stars above, is not to be missed.

I wanted to show my fiancée all that the Colonial City can offer. I chartered a driver from Punta Cana to take us to Santo Domingo. Unfortunately, I didn't book the hotel in advance as I thought June was low season and I could easily get into the Nicolas de Ovando hotel. It was full. Thankfully, their staff referred us to their other property : Hotel Frances. What a hidden gem in the Colonial city ! Service was excellent throughout our stay and the hotel was just a notch above. Even cocktails and appetizers served in their beautiful courtyard were great. Worth the stop if you're in Santo Domingo.

Very small (19 rooms only) hotel in an over 400 years old building in the Zona Colonial. Very close to all major sights.
The service is excellent, our room was palatial although a little worn.
The restaurant had great food.

My daughter just had her wedding and reception in the Hotel Frances. The building, staff and food were excellent, and I would highly recommend staying here. We stayed at a different hotel in Santo Domingo, but next time I would definitely stay at Hotel Frances. The hotel makes you feel like you're in Spanish Colonial times and they have done a beautiful job maintaining and creating a masterpiece of a hotel- it's a pearl in Santo Domingo.